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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front
 
Samsung ST93 front
Portability
97
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs

Nikon S1200pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
  • Revealed August 2011
Samsung ST93
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 110g - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Introduced April 2011
Photography Glossary

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 Overview

The following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S1200pj and Samsung ST93, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1200pj was launched 5 months after the ST93 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the S1200pj scores versus the ST93 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Samsung ST93

 S1200pj ST93 
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Nikon S1200pj

 ST93 S1200pj 

Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Samsung ST93

 S1200pj ST93 
IntroducedAugust 2011April 2011Similar generation
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen size
Screen resolution460k460kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison

If you are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S1200pj has got exterior measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S1200pj against the ST93.

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and ST93 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The image below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1200pj and ST93.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung ST93 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively.

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Portrait photography information
Samsung ST93 Portrait photography information
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
30
good megapixels (16MP)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Street photography advice
Samsung ST93 Street photography advice
54
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than others in class (186 grams)
49
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Sports photography details
Samsung ST93 Sports photography details
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
slow fps (0.8 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
27
good megapixels (16MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Travel photography advice
Samsung ST93 Travel photography advice
61
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than others in class (186g)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
70
good megapixels (16MP)
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
does not contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Landscape photography info
Samsung ST93 Landscape photography info
42
rather wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual exposure
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
38
good maximum aperture (f)
screen is a good size (3")
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Vlogging details
Samsung ST93 Vlogging details
29
rather wide (28mm)
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic support
heavier than others in class (186g)
27
good maximum aperture (f)
does not contain selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic jack
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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1200pj and Samsung ST93
 Nikon Coolpix S1200pjSamsung ST93
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S1200pj Samsung ST93
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-08-24 2011-04-20
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) ()
Max aperture f/3.9-5.8 -
Macro focus distance 3cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 3"
Display resolution 460k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/1500s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 0.8 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m -
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format H.264 -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 186 gr (0.41 pounds) 110 gr (0.24 pounds)
Physical dimensions 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal -
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $499 -